Holiday Inn London - Whitechapel By Ihg

$$$$||View on mapLondon, United Kingdom5 Cavell Street, London, United Kingdom|
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Holiday Inn London - Whitechapel By Ihg
5 Cavell Street, London, United Kingdom·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.5Great
Free WiFi9.2
Cleanliness9.1
Comfort9.1
Staff9.0
Facilities8.7
Who stays here
Families42%
Couples22%
Groups14%
Business12%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.5Great
Free WiFi9.2
Cleanliness9.1
Comfort9.1
Staff9.0
Facilities8.7
Who stays here
Families42%
Couples22%
Groups14%
Business12%

Newly renovated family-friendly hotel in East London, a 5-minute walk to Whitechapel station with direct links to Heathrow and central London

Amenities & Services

Holiday Inn London - Whitechapel By Ihg offers a full restaurant bar at 5 Cavell Street Kitchen & Bar, serving a full English breakfast and Starbucks coffee throughout the day. The hotel provides co-working facilities, a 24-hour fitness centre with cardio machines and dumbbells up to 20kg, and meeting spaces adaptable for corporate events. Additional services include 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, daily housekeeping, and a shared lounge/TV area with live sport events.

Rooms & Suites

The hotel completed a full renovation in 2025, offering large, air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, work desks, and mini bar fridges. Premium King Rooms come with a double sofa bed and Hypnos mattresses, while standard rooms include comfortable double beds and soft and hard pillow options. All rooms feature soundproofing, tea/coffee makers, and a safe; some rooms have additional bathroom amenities and ear plugs provided.

Location & Transport

Holiday Inn Whitechapel is a 5-minute walk from both Whitechapel and Shadwell Underground stations, with direct Elizabeth line access to Heathrow Airport in about 10 minutes. London's financial district, Canary Wharf, and Westfield Stratford are within 10 minutes via Tube, Overground, or DLR. Key attractions like Tower of London, Tower Bridge (2 km), and The Shard (3 km) are a short ride away, and bus route 15 stops outside the hotel.

Family-Friendly Features

The hotel enforces a Kids stay and eat free policy: children 12 and under dine at no charge in the on-site restaurant. Family rooms are spacious, with a double bed and a sofa bed, and the complimentary breakfast offers diverse options to cater to different dietary needs. Guest reviews highlight the welcoming staff, especially at reception, and the convenience of nearby grocery stores and Tesco within a block.

Business & Meetings

Holiday Inn London Whitechapel offers daytime bedroom hire for business meetings and co-working facilities in the lobby area. The hotel has adaptable meeting spaces suitable for corporate events and conferences, plus a business centre with fax/photocopying services. Fast Wi-Fi is available throughout the property, and the 24-hour front desk assists with late arrivals and early check-outs.

  • Location: 5-minute walk to Whitechapel and Shadwell stations, 10 minutes to financial district and Heathrow via Elizabeth line
  • Rooms: Newly renovated in 2025, spacious family rooms with double beds and sofa beds, Hypnos mattresses
  • Dining: 5 Cavell Street Kitchen & Bar serving full English breakfast and Starbucks coffee; kids 12 and under eat free
  • Family: Kids stay and eat free policy; family rooms with sofa beds; complimentary breakfast catering to diverse dietary needs
  • Business: Daytime bedroom hire options; meeting spaces adaptable for various events; co-working facilities on site
  • Wellness: 24-hour fitness centre with cardio machines and dumbbells up to 20kg; soundproofed rooms for rest
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 12:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs GBP 14.95 per person. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Hungarian, Chinese, Polish, Russian, Hindi, Lithuanian, Tagalog / Filipino
Building
Number of floors:7
Number of rooms:299
Former name
Holiday Inn London Commercial Road Hotel
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Rooms and availability

Double Room Mobility accessible
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed1 Double bed
Standard Tower Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed and 1 Single bed
  • Private bathroom
  • Non-smoking
Tower King Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Private bathroom
  • Non-smoking
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Snack bar

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

TV

Flat-screen TV

Lift

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities
  • Rollaway beds

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Holiday Inn London - Whitechapel By Ihg

💵 Lowest room price 134 £
📏 Distance to centre 5.0 km
✈️ Distance to airport 9.2 km
🧳 Nearest airport London City, LCY

Location

5 Cavell Street, London, United Kingdom
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5 Cavell Street, London, United Kingdom
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5 Cavell Street, London, United Kingdom
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Whitechapel
570 m
St. Georges Town Hall 236 Cable Street
Cable Street Mural
580 m
Restaurant
Tayyabs
690 m
Restaurant
The Gourmet Hut
260 m
Restaurant
Area 52
290 m
Restaurant
Tiffin
410 m
Restaurant
Madina Grill
520 m
Restaurant
Creams Cafe Whitechapel
610 m
Restaurant
Mr. White's English Chophouse
660 m
Restaurant
Le Madison Steakhouse
550 m

Reviews of Holiday Inn London - Whitechapel By Ihg

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FAQ about Holiday Inn London - Whitechapel By Ihg

Which landmarks are closest to Holiday Inn London - Whitechapel, An Ihg Hotel?
Guests of Holiday Inn London - Whitechapel, An Ihg Hotel can visit Watney Market (just a short stroll from the accommodation), or Shadwell placed 8 minutes' walk away.
What is the closest airport to the contemporary 4-star Holiday Inn London - Whitechapel, An Ihg Hotel?
London City airport is located within a 15-minute drive (10 km) from the contemporary 4-star Holiday Inn London - Whitechapel, An Ihg Hotel.
Are there any dining facilities close to the hotel?
Guests of the hotel can dine in one of the popular restaurants nearby, among them restaurant Madina Pizza-10/10 according to reviews-or seafood restaurant The Fish & Chicken Shop with a high 8 rating.
Can I eat breakfast at the contemporary 4-star Holiday Inn London - Whitechapel, An Ihg Hotel?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the contemporary 4-star Holiday Inn London - Whitechapel, An Ihg Hotel.
What is check-in and check-out time at the 4-star Holiday Inn London - Whitechapel, An Ihg Hotel?
Guests of the 4-star Holiday Inn London - Whitechapel, An Ihg Hotel can check in from 15:00 to 23:59 and check out from 12:00. Late check-in is also possible by prior arrangement with the property.
What payment methods are accepted in the contemporary 4-star Holiday Inn London - Whitechapel, An Ihg Hotel hotel?
At the contemporary 4-star Holiday Inn London - Whitechapel, An Ihg Hotel hotel, guests can pay using American Express, Visa, and Mastercard as well as other payment methods.
What room types does the inn comprise?
The inn offers such room types as Standard Double Room, Premium King Room, and Premium Room.
Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the contemporary 4-star Holiday Inn London - Whitechapel, An Ihg Hotel?
Some suites at the contemporary 4-star Holiday Inn London - Whitechapel, An Ihg Hotel boast sound-proofed windows, a sofa and a work desk as well as private bathrooms which include a hair dryer and a roll-in shower.
Which facilities are provided in the contemporary 4-star Holiday Inn London - Whitechapel, An Ihg Hotel hotel?
Top locations of the contemporary 4-star Holiday Inn London - Whitechapel, An Ihg Hotel hotel include a shop and a restaurant, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with a safe deposit box and 24-hour security service.
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